If you’ve ever swam with your eyes open underwater, you might have noticed that they turn red and develop a burning sensation after a little whi...
Retinal vein occlusion (RVO) is the second most common cause of vision loss from retinal vascular disorders. RVO is a popular topic among researchers...
We are excited to have relocated our Westshore clinic to Eagle Creek Village! Today, we chat with one of the location’s optometrists, Dr. Stepha...
To create the perfect fit for your new glasses, your optician needs to take many measurements. Not only does your eyewear need to sit properly on your...
What is fibromyalgia? An estimated 1.1 million Canadians are affected by fibromyalgia. May 12th is Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, which is intended to...
About the clinic South Island Optometry was born in 1999 when Dr. Snow and Dr. Morrison purchased the practice from Dr. Lynn, the optometrist who f...
Glass photochromic lenses have been around since the 1960s, while plastic ones weren’t developed until in 1991. For decades, these glasses have...
Have you taken your children for their eye exams lately? Kids’ vision is still developing—in fact, eye growth doesn’t stabilize unti...
Highly skilled eye care professionals. Innovative diagnostic technology. A driven passion to help patients see their absolute best. FYidoctors has see...
Volunteering can be as simple as taking a few moments to shovel your neighbour’s driveway or giving someone a ride to an appointment. No matter how...
With such a large variety of eye drop types on the market, it’s hard to know what the best option is to make sure your eyes stay properly lubricated a...
Every year, over 1,000 Canadians are added to organ wait lists in hopes of receiving a life-saving transplant. Although the wait lists in Canada are s...
World Health Day is a convenient reminder to take a closer look at your health and find ways to make improvements. Following a healthy lifestyle gives...
When we think of vitamin C, many of us are quick to assume that oranges are the best source. While they do contain vitamin C, many other fruits and ve...
Virtual Reality technology has been growing rapidly over the past few years. Many Canadian cities are moving on from the traditional arcade in favour...